How To Fix USMD1118 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Selected standard status not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: USMD1 - Datenmodel

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Data model &1, entity type &2: Selected standard status not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message USMD1118 - Data model &1, entity type &2: Selected standard status not permitted ?

  The SAP error message USMD1118 typically occurs in the context of SAP Master Data Governance (MDG) when there is an issue with the status of a data model or entity type. The message indicates that the selected standard status for a particular entity type is not permitted. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause
  
  Invalid Status Transition: The error usually arises when a user attempts to change the status of a master data entity to a status that is not allowed based on the defined status transitions in the data model.
  Configuration Issues: The status settings for the entity type may not be correctly configured in the MDG data model.
  Business Rules: There may be business rules or validations in place that restrict certain status changes for specific entity types.
  
  Solution
  
  
  Check Status Configuration:
  
  Go to the MDG configuration settings and review the status settings for the specific data model and entity type. Ensure that the status you are trying to set is valid and allowed.
  You can access the configuration via transaction code MDGIMG and navigate to the relevant data model settings.
  
  
  
  Review Status Transitions:
  
  Verify the allowed status transitions for the entity type. Ensure that the transition you are trying to perform is defined in the system.
  If necessary, update the status transition settings to include the desired status.
  
  
  
  Consult Business Rules:
  
  Check if there are any active business rules that might be preventing the status change. If so, you may need to adjust the rules or ensure that the conditions for the status change are met.
  
  
  
  User Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user attempting to change the status has the necessary authorizations to perform that action. Lack of proper authorization can also lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, test the status change again to confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as MDGIMG for configuration and MDG_MAINTAIN for maintaining master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for Master Data Governance for detailed information on status management and configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.